Technical Recruiter

Plaid

. Own full-cycle recruiting for GenSWE roles, from sourcing and outreach through final rounds and offer close .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $101,000 - $151,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruiting, particularly for technical roles, with a strong focus on candidate experience and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to build diverse candidate pipelines and collaborate effectively with technical stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle RecruitingTechnical Talent SourcingRecruiting Metrics AnalysisCandidate Relationship ManagementInclusive Hiring Practices

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Full Stack Development KnowledgeBackend Development KnowledgeOffer NegotiationMarket ResearchData Analysis

Soft Skills

EmpathyTransparencyCommunication

Industry Keywords

FintechSaaSHigh-Growth TechnologyDiverse Candidate PipelinesEmbedded Recruiting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own full-cycle recruiting for GenSWE roles, from sourcing and outreach through final rounds and offer close
Build, manage, and nurture diverse candidate pipelines through creative sourcing, networking, and market research
Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing data, market insights, and structured feedback
Lead candidate debriefs and manage closing strategies
Ensure hiring decisions align with Plaid’s hiring bar and candidate experience standards
Track and analyze recruiting metrics to identify bottlenecks, improve funnel conversion, and enhance efficiency
Collaborate with sourcers, coordinators, and cross-functional partners to deliver a consistent candidate experience
Represent Plaid’s culture and mission throughout the recruiting process

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 to 6 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including experience hiring technical talent in-house
Strong sourcing capability identifying and engaging engineering, data, or security candidates in competitive markets
Proven success partnering with senior technical stakeholders to shape hiring decisions and influence outcomes
Deep understanding of technical roles and disciplines, including fluency in Full Stack or Backend skill sets
Experience negotiating offers and managing candidate relationships through final stages
Comfortable using recruiting metrics and market insights to inform decisions and recommend process improvements
Candidate-first approach focused on empathy, transparency, and consistent communication
Preferred: exposure to fintech, SaaS, or high-growth technology recruiting environments
Preferred: experience in an embedded or client lead recruiting model
Preferred: familiarity with inclusive hiring practices and building diverse technical pipelines
Preferred: demonstrated success improving recruiting programs or playbooks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit plan
Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in the recruiting process